A stoma is surrounded by 2 bean-shaped ___ .

guard cells

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mesophyll cells

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cuticle

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The correct option is A
guard cells

Stomata are minute openings in the epidermal layer of the leaves. A stoma is surrounded by 2 bean-shaped guard cells which open or close depending on condition of day light.

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